Types of Releases for SuiteCommerce...

Starting with SuiteCommerce and SuiteCommerce MyAccount, these platforms receive updates through a managed bundle system. This means that all major and minor release updates are applied automatically to your account, requiring no additional action unless specified in the release notes.

What is a Major Release?

Major releases introduce significant enhancements and new features to both SuiteCommerce and SuiteCommerce Advanced. These updates follow a semantic versioning schema, usually denoted as year and quarter, such as 2019.1 or 2019.2. These releases typically occur twice a year.

Earlier Release Nomenclature

Before the introduction of numbered versions, significant releases were named after renowned mountains. The list includes notable names such as:

Aconcagua
Kilimanjaro (SCA Only)
Elbrus (SCA Only)
Vinson (SCA Only)
Mont Blanc (SCA Only)
Denali (SCA Only)

What is a Minor Release?

Minor releases serve as periodic updates to the core source code for both SuiteCommerce and SuiteCommerce Advanced, and they occur during a major release timeframe. Minor releases, such as 2019.2.1, provide specifics about the updates in accompanying release notes.

What are SCA Patches?

SCA patches are implemented solely for the Kilimanjaro release of SuiteCommerce Advanced and earlier versions. Patches offer documented procedures for manually updating the core SuiteCommerce Advanced source code. If you are using an older version and choose not to migrate, patching instructions are provided to assist with certain issues.

For instructions on patching earlier implementations, refer to the relevant patching documentation.

Important Notes

Aconcagua and later releases of SCA do not require patching; instead, automatic updates are provided.
Best practice recommends migrating to the latest version to ensure full access to new features and fixes.

Familiarizing yourself with these release types will aid in better managing your SuiteCommerce or SCA implementations, ensuring they remain up-to-date and functional.

Frequently Asked Questions (4)

What distinguishes a major release from a minor release in NetSuite?

A major release introduces significant updates with new features and enhancements, while a minor release involves periodic updates to the core source code of SuiteCommerce and SuiteCommerce Advanced within the major release cycle.

How often do major releases occur for SuiteCommerce applications?

Major releases for SuiteCommerce applications typically occur twice a year and are marked using semantic versioning, such as 2019.1 and 2019.2.

Are there examples of earlier major releases before numeric versioning was used?

Yes, before 2018.2, major releases were named after well-known mountains, such as Aconcagua, Kilimanjaro, Elbrus, Vinson, Mont Blanc, and Denali, all specific to SuiteCommerce Advanced.

Does a minor release require a new version number?

Yes, a minor release is represented as an extension of the major release number, such as 2019.2.1, indicating updates within the broader major release cycle.

Types of Releases for SuiteCommerce and SCA Updates